So well, it's the title of this VHI's "Mob Wives" star's new book, a erotic mob thriller that takes readers on a journey of intrigue, danger and romance.

"The book is loosely based on me and experiences I've had over the years," said Ms. Graziano. "It's about sex, money and the mob...Everybody wants a little bit of a closer view into the underworld, that lifestyle."

Ms. Graziano will sign copies of her new book, "Playing With Fire," published by Forge books, on Thursday at 7 p.m. at Barnes and Noble in New Springville.

"That book was about cooking in the kitchen and this one is about cooking in the bedroom," said Ms. Graziano. "In both cases, a cookbook or erotic novel, your taming the beast to help the mind relax in some sort of way."

However, her new venture is a recipe for a steamy romance centering around main character, Reign Grazi, who works in the world of fashion. Like Ms. Graziano, Reign was surrounded by dangerous men her whole life. Nick Fattelli, a handsome suitor, is an assassin hired to "take out" Reign. A fiery romance ignites and now Fattelli is committed to protecting her.

Ms. Graziano said she has been cultivating the character, Reign, since she was a teenager.

"It wasn't until my going into rehab a couple of years ago and my relapse that pushed me to go forward with the new ideas... My sister, Jenn, helped me compile the experiences I've had over the years," she said.

"Through the book, and Reign, people will be able to see a different side of me. There's a very soft side of me that is never shown on the show," she added

When she's not being followed by VH1 cameras, Ms, Grazanio spends time helping families affected by domestic violence and recently launched her "Mob Candy" apparel line.